Pass Microsoft MTA first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs

You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am – 5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day quality learning time, with your instructor

You’ll learn Microsoft MTA faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily

You’ll be studying Microsoft MTA with the best. We’ve been named in Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified 72,074 professionals, and we’re partners with all of the big names in the business

You'll do more than study Firebrand's courseware. We use practical exercises to make sure you can apply your new knowledge to the work environment. Our instructors use demonstrations and real-world experience to keep the day interesting and engaging

The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification course is your first step on the Microsoft career path. Get MTA certified, and you'll soon have the confidence and knowledge to build your technology career.

More than 95% of companies around the world use Microsoft technology. Be part of it. The next recommended step after MTA is the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certifications that specialise in Microsoft Windows Server and Windows Client.

Use your free Microsoft training vouchers

You may be entitled to heavily-discounted training via Microsoft's Software Assurance Training Voucher (SATV) scheme. If your business has bought Microsoft software, check to see if it came bundled with free training vouchers! Vouchers can be exchanged against training for all Microsoft technologies. If you’re unsure, get in touch with us

Certifications from Microsoft help you develop towards becoming an IT Pro or Developer. You'll stand-out, and prove that you have the skills to deploy, maintain, and optimise Microsoft technologies.

Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.

Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.

Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need:

Intensive group instruction

One-on-one instruction attention

Hands-on labs

Lab partner and group exercises

Question and answer drills

Independent study

This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering training. Courses that include certification come with a Certification Guarantee. Pass first time or train again for free (just pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs). We do not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes.

Microsoft Official Books

Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.

Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.

Firebrand goes digital

We’re currently migrating from printed to digital courseware. Some courseware is already available in digital, while other books remain in printed form. To find out if this course is digital, call us on +33 (0) 181 22 44 68.

There are several benefits of easy-to-use digital courseware: downloads are immediate, and you’ll always have your courseware available wherever you are. You won’t need to wait for a printed book to be delivered before you start learning – and it’s better for the environment. You can choose to download the courseware to your own device, or borrow one of ours.

Considering a Microsoft course? Always have the most up-to-date Microsoft digital courseware with ‘Fresh Editions’. This gives you access to all versions of digital courseware – you’ll receive updates and revisions of your textbook, at no charge, for the life of that course.

Examination Passing Policy

Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.

Please note

* Not on all courses

** Examination vouchers are not included for the following courses: PMI, GIAC, CREST and CISSP CBK Review. Exam vouchers may also not be included for Apprentices and will require a separate purchase by an employer due to Education and Skills Funding Agency guidelines.

*** On site testing is not included for our PMI, GIAC, CREST, CSX Practitioner or ITIL Managers and Revision Certification Courses

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites?

Just call us on +33 (0) 181 22 44 68 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants.

Firebrand is an immersive environment and requires commitment. Some prerequisites are simply guidelines; you may find your unique experience, attitude and determination enables you to succeed on your accelerated course.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 72,074 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 96.74% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.

"A good learning environment for people who are looking for a job in the IT depart. Friendly instructor. " Thomas Thornton. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)

"My instructor was extremely committed to help with our studying, with a group who have had very little experience in the topic our course was based on. The resources provided were also very useful." Sam Hughes, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)

"The instructor was great yet again. teaching subjects that are not covered, but allows for a better understanding of the course. Highly recommend.
" Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"Overall I feel that the course was very well presented and the trainer was a great instructor, He explained everything in great detail. I hope to get this instructor in future courses." T.P., GES. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"The instructor was very good to learn with. Went through at a quick enough pace not to be boring. Very interactive and easy to ask questions and get responses. Was better than just going through and learning what the book says to pass the exam, as you wouldn't learn anything other than passing. This course will be beneficial to me in the future as I now know more about the area of the course. " Bradley Tweddle, Citrix R & D. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"Intense but a great way to learn. Great instructor who help not just in the course but will help with preparing mentally for the exams." Simon Gilson, Prodrive IT. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"The training through firebrand was all in all a good experience. The instructor was a brilliant tutor who made sure we were all engaged. I feel as though the course needed an extra day in each subject for the information to sink in properly, and the one main issue I had was that the course resources were outdated for the exams we were sitting which made it harder to revise, but the trainer did recognise this and put some material into his lessons to try and overcome this. " M.G., utilita. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"The week spent at Firebrand has been very helpful and although there is a only a short amount of time to learn a lot of content, we were given plenty of opportunity to ask questions and even go into more depth, the course has been very helpful and I feel that I learnt a great deal in a short amount of time." T.P., GES. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"The course is intense but well worth it, i came with a 0% knowledge and left with a lot of information in my head and a couple of certificates as well.
" Alejandro Brea Capeans. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (5/11/2018 to 10/11/2018)

"The instructor is by far one of the best teachers i have had teach me any courses. Despite the long days, he made it enjoyable and interactive which helped retain information. " Dana Conway. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (1/10/2018 to 6/10/2018)

"An outstanding instructor. It is clear that he really cares about the students education and welfare. He gave real world examples of subjects being taught adding a new level to what we were learning. I hope that all my future courses here at Firebrand are taught by this instructor 10/10
" Adam Gilley, Wirehive. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (1/10/2018 to 6/10/2018)

"Firebrands training was very enjoyable. The days are long and difficult but if you put the work in and keep your head in the course material, you will benefit greatly from their teaching. The environment is very friendly and calm and enables anyone to learn valuable knowledge here. " Daniel Eccles. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (1/10/2018 to 6/10/2018)

"I had an enjoyable time considering the amount of content that was required to be learnt. Personally i found it frustrating that measure-up had not been updated to correspond with the exam, this was not the instructor's fault -he's a good trainer. " Laurence chalk. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (14/5/2018 to 19/5/2018)

"I think Firebrand goes the extra mile when providing students with learning exercises and the overall experience was a very pleasant and I would recommend it to my friends. " N.F.. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (14/5/2018 to 19/5/2018)

"Great Instructor. I love the Measure ups that help prepare for the exam and course content is relevant to today's technologies and older technologies that are still in the exam." Chris Hunt, Utilita. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (8/1/2018 to 13/1/2018)

"The training was very helpful and puts a lot of things into perspective and real life. It is explained in a way that makes sense, which isn't always captured from a book." M.J., Knauf Insulation. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (31/7/2017 to 5/8/2017)

"Really enjoyed my short time here. I've made lots of new friends and learned a lot of new stuff within the 6 days that I've been here. Gareth has been great and has helped us through every section of the course." James Laird, Jmfinn & Co. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (31/7/2017 to 5/8/2017)

"It was a great course, relevant information and a knowledgeable instructor. It helped to make a good bond with other attendees, helping with the evening revision and practice exams together in the hotel bar, or purely just moral support! Be prepared for a lot of intense information, take notes and use whatever vice you need; coffee, sugar, fizzy drinks to keep you alert! I had a great time and would definitely recommend." KAYLEA REED, UTILITA ENERGY. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (31/7/2017 to 5/8/2017)

"My journey at Firebrand has been great. First course with them, it was extremely informative and I learnt more than I ever would in my own time. The course duration was just right, 6 days to cover 3 modules was perfect. The practice exams are priceless, you can never prepare yourself for the real thing however they got you ready for the daunting aspect of exam conditions. The level of help, support and enthusiasm for us to succeed drives you to do your best (and the failure is not an option T-shirt helps!). Thank you - I will be back!" Leah Hunt, Scientifica. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (31/7/2017 to 5/8/2017)

"I have learnt a lot this week with Firebrand, their instructors were all friendly and experienced, and have the experience they have in the real world has significantly contributed to my passing this course." James Gunn, Softwerx. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (31/7/2017 to 5/8/2017)

"My experience has been great, thoroughly enjoyed my training and the people. Trainer was first class! Very interactive, learnt a great deal and it can go into practice. It will make me better at my job and has made me a lot more confident in my work." Timothy Farmer, Utilita Ltd. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (30/1/2017 to 4/2/2017)

"My instructor was great at teaching the fundamentals of Microsoft Networking, Security and Server Administration. I learned a lot in a short space of time. Firebrand Training staff were very helpful and kind." Anonymous - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (13/6/2016 to 18/6/2016)

"This was my second visit to Firebrand. Every time I have been here I have had an amazing experience.
I highly recommend Firebrand to anyone looking to take an IT training. It is always fun and I have learnt a lot and passed all my exams.
My trainer was amazing. He found unique and memorable ways for us to learn (ask him about his trunk!). He made excellent use of his body combined with fantastic oral skills to make the information stick. Thank you so much for everything.
I am very satisfied with the training I have received and can’t wait to book my next course!
" Kat Grimshaw, Sentinel HA. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/9/2015 to 12/9/2015)

"Great course with a lot of content delivered in a short space of time. Great instructor, very knowledgeable and helpful and made it fun. I would highly recommend him." E.S.. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/9/2015 to 12/9/2015)

I have learnt a lot this week with Firebrand, their instructors were all friendly and experienced, and have the experience they have in the real world has significantly contributed to my passing this course.